Author: Dave Stuart

New relationship with the Credit Union will offset participation costs for more than 23,000 youth soccer players across the state   SALT LAKE CITY – April 4, 2025 Utah Youth Soccer (UYSA) today announced that it is teaming up with America First Credit Union to expand opportunities within the sport to more youth throughout Utah. America First Credit Union will be the front jersey sponsor of Utah Youth Soccer’s recreation soccer clubs across the state, representing more than 23,000 young Utahns. In addition to the jersey, America First will contribute funding to participating teams and recreation centers to offset the…

Childhood hunger is growing and the credit union is teaming up with partners across three states to help. SALT LAKE CITY – February 3, 2025 – America First Credit Union is once again teaming up with local partners as a sponsor to help fight childhood hunger in Utah, Idaho and Nevada with the Souper Bowl of Caring, which will run through early February. "Over more than a decade, our collaboration with the Souper Bowl of Caring has become a vital part of our work to support kids and their communities," said Dave Nellis, director of public relations at America First…

New location to replace in-store branch to better serve Riverton and surrounding communities with new technology and expanded services RIVERTON, Utah (January 6, 2024) – America First Credit Union (AFCU) today announced the opening of its new Riverton Branch. This modern, free-standing branch replaces the Riverton Walmart Branch, which first opened in 2008, and is an extension of the growth the credit union has seen in the area as well as its continued commitment to serving members on the west side of Salt Lake County. The Riverton Branch is designed to better serve the financial needs of the local community, which…

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New card offers exclusive design and benefits for fans to kick off team partnership with America First Credit Union SALT LAKE CITY – November 13, 2024 – America First Credit Union has introduced its limited-edition Utah Hockey Club Visa® debit card — marking the first, exclusive credit union partnership with the newly established NHL franchise. Fans can get their Utah Hockey Club debit card starting Wednesday, November 13, and enjoy exclusive benefits throughout the season. “Our partnership with Utah Hockey Club allows us to offer valuable benefits to our members, many of whom are also members of…

America First Credit Union unveils this season’s limited-edition Utah Jazz Visa® debit card in the team’s classic Mountain Purple SALT LAKE CITY (October 23, 2024) – America First Credit Union, the official credit union of the Utah Jazz, has released a limited-edition Utah Jazz Visa® debit card in the team’s iconic Mountain Purple — marking the return of a classic look for Jazz fans. “Our partnership with the Utah Jazz represents a shared commitment to building vibrant, meaningful communities," said Thayne Shaffer, president and CEO at America First Credit Union. "This latest collaboration provides unique benefits to members, and is…

Riverdale, UT – April 16, 2024 – The 85th Annual Meeting of America First Credit Union (AFCU) was held on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at 3 p.m. MDT. Linda Carver, current chair of the board of directors, welcomed both in-person and virtual attendees and thanked them for their participation. President/CEO of the Utah Credit Union Association, Scott Simpson, was in attendance along with longtime supporter of the credit union and attorney, Bruce Richards, who served as parliamentarian. Other members of the board were introduced and recognized for their many years of dedication and service to the credit union. Thayne Shaffer, President and…